Things To Do
French Quarter & Bourbon Street
One of the most historical neighborhoods in New Orleans, where there is something for everyone. Take a walk down Bourbon Street with a hand grenade or Big Ass Beer and check out the lively scenes as you pass various bars and restaurants. For a slightly quieter and artsy stroll, check out Royal Street one block over. Noteworthy Bars: Pat O'Brien's (were Hurricanes were invented), Tipsy Trumpet, Famous Door, Cat's Meow (karaoke), Fat Catz Music Club, New Orleans Vampire Cafe, Old Absinthe House Noteworthy Restaurants: Acme Oyster House, Napoleon House Noteworthy Hotels: Royal Sonesta, Andrew Jackson Hotel, Sheraton French Quarter Noteworthy Attractions: Gators and Haunted Ghost Tours, St. Louis Cathedral, New Orleans Voodoo Historic Museum, Museum of Death
Decatur Street
Located on the edge of the French Quarter, enjoy a nice stroll along Decatur Street, where you will find tons of little boutiques and attractions. Here you can also access the river walk and head on down along the Mississippi River. Noteworthy Attractions: Cafe Du Monde (cash only; beignets and cafe au lait), Swamp Tours, Jackson Square, City Bus Tours, French Market (tons of local food stalls, souvenirs, and knick knacks), French Quarter River Walk, Steamboat Natchez (jazz brunches, sunset cruises, other fun events), New Orleans Jazz Museum
Frenchmen Street
Situated in the heart of the Marigny, take a stroll along Frenchman and pop in to the various bars to check out the live music scene. You won't find a better place for jazz! Noteworthy Bars: The Spotted Cat (one of the best original jazz bars in New Orleans), Maison Noteworthy Restaurants: Dat Dog (specialty and gourmet hot dogs -- think Alligator sausage, Guinness dogs, Crawfish Etoufee dogs...) Noteworthy Attractions: Washington Square
Louis Armstrong Park
Conveniently located 1 block from our wedding venue, this park is home to the historical Congo Square, where enslaved and free people in the 1800s would gather and celebrate music, which played a significant role in the development of Jazz. It is also a gorgeous park to walk through and see the various bridges and ponds. Noteworthy Bars: American Townhouse, Rampart Treehouse Noteworthy Attractions: St. Louis Cemetery Tour
Bayou St. John & City Park
Quaint little neighborhood situated on a small bayou. Also home to New Orleans City Park, one of the largest parks in the USA. Check out the New Orleans Botanical Gardens, Louisiana Children Museum, and the New Orleans Museum of Art, the largest grove of mature live oaks in the world, and of course, countless other activities and entertainment. Noteworthy Bars: Bayou Beer Garden Noteworthy Restaurants: Liuzza's by the Tracks (casual creole tavern)
Saint Charles Avenue
Pay $1.25 to take a picturesque trip on the St. Charles Street car to/from Canal St., and check out the historical homes completely decked out in Halloween Decor. Noteworthy Attractions: Loyola University (Lexa's alma mater!), Tulane University (booo), Audubon Park (home to the Tree of Life, an infamous ~300 y/o oak tree), Audubon Zoo, Skeleton House (old historical home that decorates their house top to bottom with themed Skeletons every Halloween), National WWII Museum Noteworthy Bars: Columns Hotel & Bar, Igor's 24/7 bar (yes, you read that right), Fat Tuesday's Daquiris, Delachaise Wine Bar Noteworthy Restaurants: Camellia Grill (best counter-style diner to go to for breakfast), Cooter Brown's Tavern, Superior Seafood & Oyster Bar, Superior Grill (Mexican), Seawitch Restaurant & Oyster Bar Noteworthy Hotels: The Chloe, Columns, Hubbard Mansion B&B
Magazine Street
Walking down to the heart of the Garden District, this quaint street is home to tons of small local boutiques and great fine dining options. Noteworthy Bars: Parasols Noteworthy Restaurants: The Rum House, St. Pizza (Gordon Ramsay approved -- some of the best pizza in the city), Creole Creamery (several blocks off Magazine), Atchafalaya (creole cajun), Ruby Slipper (brunch & bakery), Commander's Palace (5-star creole dining, couple of blocks off Magazine), Mother's (po-boys) Noteworthy Attractions: The Sazerac House (museum), Two Chicks Walking Tours, Buckner Mansion (couple of blocks off Magazine) Noteworthy Hotels: Garden District B&B
Audubon Aquarium
Voted the #2 best aquarium in the US.
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
A 30-45 minute drive outside of New Orleans, this swamp boasts numerous tours and activities for the whole family!